In IELTS writing task 2, you could be asked to write an agree or disagree essay, also known as an “agreement essay.” Today, however, I want to show you how to start an agreement essay. This will focus on the first few lines. You can read my full guide to agree/disagree essays here if you want to learn…
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing…
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasis that their products are new in some ways. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development? It has been observed that many companies nowadays tend to focus on the novelty of their products on numerous marketing channels. In this essay, I will primarily…
► Sometimes less is more! This article will focus on giving advice and exercises to help you use cohesive devices correctly. In the IELTS exam, to reach a band 7 or above you need to be able to use a range of cohesive devices accurately. Linking words are a great way to join your ideas together…
There are split opinions regarding player-earned income in developed nations. some believe doctors, engineers and teachers are underpaid whereas athletes represent the nation in front of other countries and earn more. However, both have their own pros and cons. Therefore before commenting on my strong opinion, both judgments would discuss in subsequent paragraphs. Examining the…
Sample Band 7: It is believed by some that climate change is detrimental for companies, whereas others believe that climate change offers many business opportunities and so is good for companies. In this essay, I will discuss both perspectives, but I agree with the former side. On the one hand, those who believe climate change…
One thing I always tell my IELTS students is that, during the test, they must set aside at least 5 minutes of planning time in Writing Task 2. If you don’t plan, you’re likely to end up with a very disorganised essay which is littered with repetitions and doesn’t clearly respond to the task. But…
To achieve a level 7 or above grade, it is important to be able to edit your own work, and this involves not only being able to spot errors but also to recognize where you can improve the coherence and range of language used. The descriptors for bands 7 and 8 are given below to…
Many individuals who utilize our writing service often begin their writing with expressions such as: But why is this the case? This tendency stems from the way children are taught to write discursive essays in schools, primarily used by teenagers and children. So, why should these phrases be avoided in IELTS writing? Well, there are…